Fossils


by Hamish Campbell

Fossils are glimpses into past life. They are a record, in the rocks, of long-gone plants or creatures, and environmental conditions. Next time you pick up a stone, have a closer look – perhaps it has a story to tell.

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Main image: Fossil preparator Andrew Grebneff examines the fossilised skull and jaws of a primitive shark-toothed dolphin

Fossil preparator Andrew Grebneff examines the fossilised skull and jaws of a primitive shark-toothed dolphin


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